Rosalind inexplicably felt a strong dislike for that title, so this time she decided to defy it and pretended not to hear.
Upon arriving at the hospital, she grabbed her bag, intending to bid farewell to Ulric before exiting the car.
Unexpectedly, he suddenly seized her wrist.
“Wait, I’ll accompany you.”
Was Ulric also eager to see his mother?
Rosalind hurriedly waved her hand. “There’s no need to waste your time. My mom’s condition has improved significantly!”
But even as she spoke, Ulric stood before her, holding flowers and gifts from the back seat.
“Let’s go.”
“…”
There was no way out. Rosalind had no choice but to brace herself and lead Ulric into the hospital, all the while contemplating how she would explain Ulric’s identity to her mother.
At the ward’s entrance, Rosalind silently hoped her mother would be asleep, hoping to avoid any complications. Unfortunately, when the door opened, her mother was engaged in conversation with the caregiver, appearing lively and spirited.
“Rosa.” Eva’s eyes brightened upon seeing her daughter, but they dimmed slightly when she noticed the tall man behind her.
Knowing her mother’s temperament, Rosalind feared that she might display animosity towards Ulric. Hastily attempting to defuse the situation, she said, “Mom, this is-”
“So this is your boyfriend?”
Eva interrupted before she could finish her sentence.
Her tone was far from friendly.
Rosalind instinctively denied it, dreading what her mother might say next.
“Of course not! He… he’s my boss at work. He learned that you were unwell and came to visit.”
Upon hearing her daughter’s explanation, Eva’s expression immediately changed, and she politely said to Ulric, “Please have a seat! I’m sorry I can’t get out of bed. Rosa, prepare some fruit for your boss!”
“No need, Madam. I’m here solely to see you.” Ulric’s handsome face remained impassive as he placed the items on the table. “Has the surgery been scheduled?”
“Yes, yes. My daughter’s boyfriend even found a specialist for me!”
“Mom! Please stop making things up.”
“Go and prepare some fruit!” Eva waited until her daughter left before urgently pleading, “My daughter has sacrificed a lot for me. She often takes time off work because of me. Please be understanding towards her!”
Ulric smiled and nodded. “Don’t worry. Rosalind is highly capable at her job.”
“She takes everything seriously. Since she was young, she has been intelligent and hardworking. If it weren’t for me holding her back, she wouldn’t have ended up attending an ordinary university!” Eva’s emotions overflowed as she spoke about her daughter. “Back in high school, her grades were good enough for a prestigious school in Jingtown, but she didn’t go because Southlake High School offered her fifty thousand yuan! If she had gone to that school, things would be different now…”
“Mom! Why are you telling all this to Mr. Walters?” Rosalind walked in just as her mother’s emotions were escalating. After placing the fruit down, she urged, “Mr. Walters, didn’t you mention that you had something to attend to? If you’re busy, please don’t let us keep you.”
Understanding her intention, Ulric didn’t make things difficult. He nodded and agreed, “Madam, I’ll take my leave now. I’ll visit you another day.”
“Alright! Rosa, see him out!”
Rosalind finally breathed a sigh of relief and promptly led Ulric out of the ward.
As soon as they stepped outside, before she could speak, she sensed that the man standing in front of her was somewhat displeased.
“Rosalind, I arranged for the specialist for your mom, yet you credited your boyfriend instead?”